"Regenerative Material Science" explores the cutting-edge intersection of biomaterials and tissue regeneration, highlighting how engineered materials can stimulate the body's natural healing processes. The book delves into designing biomaterials that degrade in sync with new tissue formation and strategically deliver growth factors. This approach is transforming medical treatments, offering potential solutions for repairing damaged tissues and organs. A key insight is the shift from passive implants to active therapeutic agents, promising more complete tissue restoration.
The book presents a comprehensive overview of the field, starting with the fundamentals of tissue regeneration and biomaterials. It progresses through the chemistry of degradable materials, including polymers and ceramics, and examines growth factor delivery methods, like microparticle encapsulation. Finally, the book discusses clinical applications such as bone regeneration, cartilage repair, and wound healing, outlining successes and challenges. This text uniquely emphasizes a "closed-loop" design, adapting material properties based on tissue feedback for a dynamic healing environment.
